Chin Implant and Shaving Surgery: Chin Reduction

Facial Feminization Surgeons of Florida help people all over the world achieve beautiful results.

The chin shape varies greatly from men to women; therefore, chin shaving and implants (also referred to as genioplasty) is a common procedure during facial feminization surgery.

The male chin is naturally square and pointy, while the female chin is more refined and smooth. Chin shaving and re-contouring can dramatically change the look of a person’s face, making him or her instantly appear more feminine.

The Process of Feminizing the Chin

The chin is an area that can easily be reshaped and contoured for a more feminine appearance. Height, width, and even projection are altered using a shaving and implant procedure. Dr. Mardirossian will decide to remove portions of the chin (via shaving) or add contour (using implants), to successfully meet patients’ expectations.

The Genioplasty Procedure

Patients are given general anesthesia.

An incision is made inside the mouth, so that there are no scars visible on the outside chin.

The chin is then shaved down a few millimeters at a time until the desired height is reached.

The middle portion of the chin bone may be removed to create a pointier chin.

The surgeon may use an implant to soften or round the chin naturally.

The incision is then closed using self-dissolving sutures.

Recovery Following Chin Shaving and Implants

Expect to spend at least one night in the hospital following a chin shaving and implant procedure. Compression bandages will be applied over the chin to prevent bruising and clotting, but these will be removed after a day of recovery. Swelling will occur, but this is normal. You may also experience temporary numbness around your chin, but all issues should resolve within seven to ten days post-surgery.

What are the Complications for a Chin Shaving and Implant Procedure?

While chin shaving procedures are part of routine cosmetic surgery, some patients do encounter complications. To avoid these, it is imperative you follow all after-care instructions provided to you by your facial feminization surgeon. Some common complications include:

Infection

Permanent numbness around the chin

Asymmetry of the chin, but this can be corrected with follow-up surgery